100 Franc
2019
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Catalog facts
- Country
- Switzerland
- Banknotes
- 5
- Coins
- 1
- First year
- 1921
- Latest year
- 2019
- Currencies
- Franc
- Denominations
- 5
- Series
- 0
- Commemorative items
- 0
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Banknote denominations in the catalog
10 Franc, 20 Franc, 50 Franc, 100 Franc, 200 Franc
Years represented in this catalog
2016-2019
Series
No series data is available for this country yet.
Frequently Asked Questions About Switzerland Currency
Why does Switzerland use the Swiss franc instead of the euro?
Switzerland is not a member of the European Union and has chosen to retain full monetary independence through the Swiss National Bank, valuing the franc's reputation as a stable, safe-haven currency rather than adopting the euro.
Who issues Swiss franc banknotes?
The Swiss National Bank, Switzerland's independent central bank, is the sole issuer of Swiss franc banknotes.
What is the ISO code of the Swiss franc?
The Swiss franc's ISO 4217 currency code is CHF, derived from "Confoederatio Helvetica Franc," the Latin name for Switzerland.
Is the Swiss franc also used outside Switzerland?
Yes, the Swiss franc is the official currency of Liechtenstein as well as Switzerland, making it one of the few currencies shared between two sovereign states without a formal currency union treaty with the EU.
What is the subunit of the Swiss franc?
The Swiss franc is divided into 100 centimes (called Rappen in German-speaking Switzerland).
What denominations of Swiss franc banknotes exist?
Swiss franc banknotes are issued in 10, 20, 50, 100, 200 and 1,000 franc denominations, including a 1,000 franc note that is among the highest-value circulating banknotes in the world.